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System and method for reducing back flow

US7425117B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 31, 2006
Grant dateSep 16, 2008
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Expiry dateAug 19, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF04D29/382
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A system and method of reducing back flow in an air mover having one or more blades is described. A flap is attached to a blade of the air mover such that, when back flow occurs, the flap obscures all or a portion of the space between blades during back flow.

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